What is Eating My Basil at Night? How to Identify and Stop These Nocturnal Pests As a basil lover finding holes chewed edges or missing leaves on your basil plants in the morning can be incredibly frustrating. You’ve cared for the plants all season long, only to have some nighttime critter sneak in and destroy … Read more
The golden euonymus, also called the golden variegated euonymus, is a popular evergreen shrub that is loved for its oval green leaves with bright yellow edges. The leaves stay on the plant all summer and fall, which is nice, but it can be dangerous in the winter because the leaves keep losing water. If the … Read more
What Do Coleus Seedlings Look Like? A Complete Visual Guide Many people grow coleus from seeds because it looks nice and is easy to care for. Their patterned and brightly colored leaves add pops of color to gardens, pots, and the outdoors. Coleus are usually grown from cuttings, but as more new varieties come out, … Read more
The purple pillar rose of sharon (Hibiscus syriacus ‘Gandini Santiago’) is a stunning choice for gardens, known for its towering height and abundance of vibrant purple blooms in summer. But when frigid winter weather arrives, extra care is needed to ensure this beautiful plant survives the cold months and emerges healthy in spring. Proper winter … Read more
The warm, humid weather in South Florida makes it hard to choose the best hedges for landscaping. In South Florida, hedges have to deal with high temperatures, high humidity, coastal winds, sandy soils, and dry spells. The good news is that many shrubs that grow quickly do well in these conditions and make great hedges. … Read more
People believe that money trees, which have lush green leaves and braided trunks, will bring them luck and wealth. But you might see those bright leaves getting scary black spots, which can be scary. What makes these spots on your money tree, and how can you get it healthy again? What Causes Black Spots on … Read more
Daylilies are beautiful perennial flowers that can add a pop of color to any garden. However these plants can fall victim to aphid infestations. Aphids are small, sap-sucking insects that can quickly multiply and damage daylily plants. Getting rid of aphids on daylilies takes some work but it can be done through various organic and … Read more
Fans of warm-season annuals love black oil sunflowers, which have big yellow flowers and healthy seeds. They can grow in a lot of different types of gardens because they are hardy and adaptable. These tips will help you plant black oil sunflower seeds and get a healthy, useful crop. When to Plant For black oil … Read more
In the past few years, elephant garlic has become a more popular vegetable. This huge type of garlic grows huge bulbs that can weigh up to a pound each! It tastes milder than regular garlic, so it’s great for people who find regular garlic too strong. You’ll need elephant garlic seed if you want to … Read more
Bonsai trees are miniature trees grown in containers and artistically shaped to mimic full-sized trees. With their intricate designs and delicate features it’s easy to assume bonsai trees are challenging to care for. But while they do have some unique needs compared to typical houseplants, bonsai trees aren’t as difficult to maintain as you might … Read more